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Formula One motor racing is also called Grand Prix racing. Formula
One motor racing is famed to be the most sought-after type of motor
racing in the world. Here, the Formula One motor racing participant must
meet certain standards, as laid down by the governing authority.

The Formula One motor racing event is usually held on circuits across
states. Formula One motor racing events can include small closed roads
too, to test the skill of the participant to the extreme.

Formula One motor racing is a huge event that is televised the world
over. It is not enough for the participant of the Formula One motor
racing event to be fit - the construction of the car must also be
perfect enough to withstand the strain of the event. The Formula One
motor racing authorities lay down certain rules for both the driver and
the vehicle during the event.

Formula One motor racing events last for a weekend, with practice
sessions held every Friday. A qualifying round is conducted at the end
of these sessions. The actual Formula One motor racing begins with a
warm-up run. Formula One motor racing tracks are a little over 300kms
long and the driver has to cover this distance within two hours. During
this time, he may stop to refuel and change tires.

Each of the top eight teams are awarded points and the winner of the
Formula One motor racing event is the team who scores the highest
points.

It hardly came as a surprise to Formula One motor racing fans when Abu
Dhabi was designated host of the Formula One motor racing Championships
to be held in the year 2009. This adds another feather to the city’s
cap, as it will give the whole of the UAE more media exposure. The
Formula One motor racing event is also expected to give UAE tourism a
shot in the arm!

This announcement had been made public at Abu Dhabi’s first ever Formula
One motor racing Festival, introducing some big names in Formula One
motor racing.

The facilities Abu Dhabi has to offer, the state-of-the-art
infrastructure it has developed, has made it ideal for hosting the
Formula One motor racing Championships. Abu Dhabi is known for its
warmth and hospitality. This is another reason why Formula One motor
racing fans would love to visit this city.

Work has already started on the construction of the Formula One motor
racing track to be held in Abu Dhabi in the year 2009. The design for
the Formula One motor racing track is developed by the famous circuit
designer, Hermann Tilke. One of Abu Dhabi’s leading property developers,
ALDAR Properties, has taken to construct the Formula One motor racing
track.

This impressive Formula One motor racing track, spanning over more than
2000 hectares of land, will be built on the Yas Island, on the east
coast of Abu Dhabi. This is the ideal location for the Formula One motor
racing event, as it also connects very well to the International
airport, so people from every nook and corner of the world can travel to
this place to view their favorite Formula One motor racing event!